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How to get from Nice airport to Monaco in 2027: train, bus, taxi, helicopter or boat
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To get from Nice airport to Monaco, the main options are the train, the Line 80 bus, a taxi, a ride-hailing car, a helicopter and a private boat; Monaco is about 30 km (19 miles) away by road. The train is the cheapest, a taxi at the airport's fixed fare the simplest with luggage, and the helicopter the fastest. From four guests, a private boat with skipper is worth comparing with helicopter seats: about 30 minutes at sea from the Saint-Laurent-du-Var pontoon, a short drive from the terminals.
Nice airport to Monaco: the options compared
Indicative times, without waiting. Budgets as checked in autumn 2026; they may change in 2027.
| Option | Indicative time | Comfort | Luggage | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train (regional TER) | About 30 min, plus a short walk from Terminal 1 to the station | Shared; a train every 15 min on weekdays | You carry your bags | Low |
| Bus 80 (Line 80 Express) | About 45 min to 1 h, depending on the stop and traffic | Shared coach, by motorway | You handle your bags | Low |
| Taxi | About 25 min by motorway when traffic flows | Private car, door to door | Depends on the car | Moderate (fixed fare) |
| Uber or private driver | Similar to a taxi | Private car, booked in the app or ahead | Choose a larger car | Moderate, varies with demand |
| Helicopter | About 7 min in the air, plus check-in and a car from the heliport | Short flight, subject to wind and visibility | Usually limited by weight | High |
| Private boat with skipper | About 30 min at sea, plus the short drive from the terminal to the pontoon | Your group only, along the coast | Up to about ten bags, per-bag supplement | Per boat, on request: one price for the whole group |
Sources: Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (2026 taxi fixed fares, including VAT; train access) and the Zou! network (Line 80 timetable valid from September 29, 2026). Boat times depend on sea conditions.
How far is Monte Carlo from Nice airport?
Monaco, including its Monte-Carlo district, is about 30 km (19 miles) from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport by road, or about 25 minutes, according to Monaco's tourist office. That time assumes the A8 motorway and the roads down into Monaco are flowing.
By sea, it is about 12 nautical miles (23 km, 14 miles) from the Saint-Laurent-du-Var pontoon, near the airport, to Monaco.
By road: taxi, ride-hailing app or private driver
A car takes you door to door, which counts with children or several suitcases.
How much is a taxi from Nice airport to Monaco?
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport publishes indicative fixed fares for taxis leaving the airport: €95 to Monaco in 2026, including VAT. Official taxis wait at Terminal 1 (door A1) and Terminal 2 (door A3), and all accept cards, according to the airport's taxi page.
One car, no change, bags in the trunk: by road, it is the simplest option.
Can you take an Uber from Nice airport to Monaco?
Yes. Uber offers pickups for arriving passengers at Nice airport, and the app guides you to the pickup area. Prices move with demand, so compare them with the taxi's fixed fare. A private driver booked ahead at a set price suits a late landing or an event week, such as the Monaco Grand Prix (June 4–6, 2027).
By public transport: train or bus
Is there a train from Nice airport to Monaco?
Not from the terminal itself, but Nice Saint-Augustin station is less than 500 m from Terminal 1, about a 7-minute walk from exit A0. Trams 2 and B run free between Terminal 2, Terminal 1 and the Grand-Arénas stop, next to the station.
On the Cannes–Nice–Monaco–Menton line, trains run every 15 minutes on weekdays from 5:50 am to 10 pm, then every 30 minutes until 11:30 pm, with later trains on Saturday night. The ride to Monaco-Monte-Carlo station takes about 30 minutes, and you carry your bags on platforms and in trains that fill up in summer.
Is there a bus from Nice airport to Monaco?
Yes: bus 80 (Line 80 Express), on the regional Zou! network, runs from Terminal 2 and Terminal 1 by motorway to Monaco, then on to Menton. On the timetable valid from September 29, 2026, departures run from 8:30 am to 10 pm, and a one-way ticket costs €21.40 in 2026. The ride takes about 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the stop and traffic, with stops at Place d'Armes and the Casino.
How long is the helicopter from Nice airport to Monaco?
About 7 minutes in the air. Scheduled shuttles link the airport with Monaco Heliport, in the Fontvieille district.
It is the fastest option, and by far the most expensive, sold per seat on scheduled flights or as a private flight. Add check-in and the ride from the heliport to your hotel; luggage is usually limited by weight, and flights depend on wind and visibility.
Can you go from Nice airport to Monaco by boat?
Yes, by private boat for your group only: Sillages Riviera plans to run this transfer from May 11, 2027, for up to 8 guests with a professional skipper. You board at the Saint-Laurent-du-Var pontoon, a short drive from the terminals (a partner can take you there on request), and reach Monaco in about 30 minutes, depending on the sea.
The price is per boat, so each guest's share falls as the group grows. Details are on our private boat transfer from Nice airport to Monaco page; for event weeks, see private boats for events in Cannes and Monaco.
In season, a scheduled cruise also links Nice port to Monaco, with a day-long stop: it is run by Trans Côte d'Azur, a company in the same group as Sillages Riviera. It leaves from Nice port, not the airport, at set times and on certain days only.
Which option suits your trip?
Traveling light, on a budget
The train from Nice Saint-Augustin, or Line 80 for a direct seat to central Monaco.
Door to door with suitcases
A taxi at the fixed fare or a private driver booked ahead: no change, bags in the trunk.
A group of four or more
Rather than several helicopter seats, a private boat with skipper: about 30 minutes at sea, one price for the whole boat, shared among you. Request a quote.
Landing late in the evening
Line 80 runs until 10 pm, and trains until 11:30 pm on weekdays, later on Saturday night; after that, a taxi or a ride-hailing app.
Questions
What is the cheapest way from Nice airport to Monaco?
The regional train. Walk about 7 minutes from Terminal 1 to Nice Saint-Augustin station, or take the free tram from Terminal 2, then ride about 30 minutes to Monaco-Monte-Carlo station.
How long does it take from Nice airport to Monaco?
About 7 minutes in the air by helicopter, 25 minutes by taxi when the motorway flows, 30 minutes at sea by private boat plus the short drive to the pontoon, and 45 minutes to an hour on the Line 80 bus. The train takes about 30 minutes, plus the walk to the station.
Do I need to book a taxi from Nice airport to Monaco in advance?
No. Official taxis wait outside both terminals and charge a fixed fare to Monaco, published by the airport. Booking a driver ahead helps for a late-night landing or during the Grand Prix.
Can you go from Monaco back to Nice airport by boat?
Yes. Sillages Riviera picks your group up at the Monaco harbor named in your quote and lands you at the Saint-Laurent-du-Var pontoon, a short drive from the terminals, about 30 minutes later depending on the sea. Give your flight time when you request a quote.
Arrive in Monaco by sea
Send your flight number, the number of guests and bags. The quote is free, with a same-day reply in season; the price is per boat.
